At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people. Here at Y Ballarat we provide a wide range of programs and services to over 100 communities across Victoria, including rural and remote communities. We currently have over 700 staff across the state and continue to grow and develop our passionate workforce.

Our children’s services operations include the management of kindergartens, early learning centres and before and after school care. We have over 90 services across Victoria. Our Youth programs have an increased presence in Ballarat through our Youth hubs, workshops and in our ReCranked and JumpStart programs.

We currently have a vacancy for within our Y Kinders Leadership Teamand are looking for an Operations Manager to join our motivated and enthusiastic team.

What's different about Y Kinders

- Purpose-driven work: Contribute to positive outcomes for children, families and communities.
- Portfolio-wide impact: Help shape operational systems and workforce initiatives across a diverse kindergarten network.
- Collaborative leadership: Work alongside committed leaders, educators and central support teams.
- Opportunity to innovate: Identify and implement practical improvements that strengthen service delivery and workforce sustainability.
- Skilled growth: Be part of an organisation committed to learning, leadership development and continuous improvement.

As part of the Y Ballarat, you will have access to structured support, leadership and shared services functions.

Joining us will bring you:

- Unrivalled Support: Join a welcoming and collaborative team committed to providing you any support you need to grow your skills and knowledge. Our Shared Services are here to make things easier for you to focus on your role. We want you to evolve and grow within our team.
- Wellbeing: Access our comprehensive support services including Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing programs





We asked our current staff why they love Y Ballarat and Y Kinders, here are some of their responses…

“We love to celebrate different cultures here. Everyone is welcome"

“I like the amount of professional development we have access to"

“The Y is child focused. Everything we do is for the children and that's great!"

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We recognise a diverse workforce contributes to better outcomes for the communities we work and live in. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have equal access.

Role: Y Kinders Operations Manager

Job Type: Full Time

Start Date: 5 October 2026

Qualification: Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Management, Early Childhood Education, Human Resources, Education or a related discipline is desirable.

Experience in early childhood education and care, and an understanding of the National Quality Framework and Victorian kindergarten context, will be highly regarded.

Interested?

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a National Police Check and maintain a valid employment Working with Children Check whilst employed in this position.

Prior to being appointed to this position it is required that there is a full disclosure of any pre-existing injuries or disease that might be affected by employment in this position.

Selection Criteria

Position Description- Y Kinders Operations Manager

About The Organisation

Y Ballarat, including our Board of Directors are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People frameworks.

Y Ballarat requires all applicants to undergo checks prior to commencement including, police checks, international police checks, WWCC and reference checks as a minimum.

The Y Ballarat is a recognised Safeguarding Children and Young People organisation, independently reviewed by the ACF.

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